Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Parris Campbell

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 30, 2026

How Parris Campbell built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Parris Campbell is an American professional football wide receiver currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. He played college football at Ohio State University. Campbell was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft. He is known for his speed and athleticism as a receiver.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: State Championship

In 2012, Parris Campbell led St. Vincent-St. Mary to a state championship.

2013: Second State Championship

In 2013, Parris Campbell led St. Vincent-St. Mary to a second consecutive state championship.

2014: Redshirted at Ohio State

In 2014, Parris Campbell redshirted his first year at Ohio State University.

2015: Played as a freshman

In 2015, Parris Campbell played in four games as a freshman at Ohio State, but did not record any receptions.

2016: 13 Receptions

In 2016, as a sophomore, Parris Campbell had 13 receptions for 121 yards and 21 kick returns for 584 yards.

2017: 40 Receptions

In 2017, as a junior, Parris Campbell had 40 receptions for 584 yards and three touchdowns.

2018: Senior Season at Ohio State

In 2018, Parris Campbell had three games over 100 receiving yards and scored two touchdowns against Tulane, Indiana, and Michigan. He totaled 90 receptions for 1,063 receiving yards and 12 receiving touchdowns.

September 15, 2019: First NFL Touchdown

On September 15, 2019, Parris Campbell caught his first NFL touchdown in a game against the Tennessee Titans.

2019: Drafted by the Indianapolis Colts

In 2019, Parris Campbell was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the second round of the NFL draft.

January 8, 2022: Activated off of injured reserve

On January 8, 2022, Parris Campbell was activated off of the injured reserve list.

2022: Played in 17 games

In 2022, Parris Campbell appeared in all 17 games, starting 16, and finished with 63 receptions for 623 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns.